Tragedy struck the Anglican Diocese of Yola as gunmen reportedly killed Reverend Emmanuel Ezeokwe, the Vicar of Anglican Church, Zinai, Cathedral Archdeaconry, during an attack on Zinai community in Song Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
The cleric was said to have been shot dead in the early hours of Tuesday when suspected bandits stormed the community and opened fire.
His death was confirmed in a statement shared on the church’s social media platform by Ven. Andrew Izuakor, who serves as the administrator to the Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Yola, the Most Rev. Markus Ibrahim.
According to the statement, the attackers invaded Zinai community and targeted the priest during the assault, leading to his death.
The church described the incident as a painful loss and called on Christians and members of the public to keep the bereaved family and the Diocese in prayers.
“We ask for prayers for the immediate family, Zinai Church, Cathedral Archdeaconry, and the Diocese of Yola during this tragic moment,” the statement read.
The killing has sparked grief within the church community, with many expressing shock over the violent death of the cleric who served as the spiritual leader of the parish.
As of the time of filing this report, security authorities were yet to issue an official statement on the attack.
